Strategic Sourcing Manager

2 days ago

Newark, United States Randstad Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Are you a strategic thinker with expertise in sourcing flexible packaging materials? Join our global leader in confectionery, pet care, and food products as a Sourcing Manager in Newark, NJ, where your skills in supplier management, cost optimization, and stakeholder collaboration will make a measurable impact. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team, tackle complex challenges, and shape our sourcing strategy.

salary: $33 - $42 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute sourcing strategies to meet quality, cost, and sustainability goals for flexible packaging materials.
  • Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with global and local suppliers, ensuring optimal supply chain performance and negotiating key contracts.
  • Cost Optimization: Monitor market trends and implement pricing strategies to drive cost savings while maintaining quality standards and delivery schedules.
  • Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with organizational objectives and ensure smooth cross-functional cooperation.
  • Travel: Conduct vendor visits and attend meetings at headquarters in Chicago, requiring approximately 20% domestic travel monthly.

Benefits & Job Perks:

  • Competitive pay range with opportunities for growth and advancement.
  • Access to robust training and professional development programs.
  • Work with a collaborative and supportive team in a dynamic industry.
  • Opportunities for domestic travel to build professional networks

Contract: 10 months

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing flexible packaging materials for manufacturing.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.
  • Availability for domestic travel (20% monthly).


Skills
  • Sourcing
  • Supply Chain
  • Market Studies/Surveys
  • NEGOTIATIONS
  • Vendor Relations
    Qualifications
  • Years of experience: 3 years
  • Experience level: Manager
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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